Drugs offences

Our drugs offences' barristers specialise in advising and appearing in cases relating to the supply, possession and importation of both legal and illegal drugs. Closely linked to our work on Serious and Organised Crime (link) and a range of related offences such as allegations of money laundering, 3PB is widely respected as a longstanding Tier 1 crime chambers on the Western Circuit.

Our drugs offences barristers provide advocacy and advice at each stage of proceedings, whether working domestically or internationally. Both prosecuting and defending, we are known for our skill in handling charges ranging from individuals accused of simple possession or street dealing, through to  multi-handed importation conspiracy trials and both County Lines and international drug trafficking.

3PB's criminal law barristers are renowned for their skill in handling complex trials involving other crime matters, in particular Serious Violence offences, Sexual Abuse, International Criminal Law, Human Trafficking, from the start of the proceedings, up to and including Appeals against convictions.   We are known for our skill in skilfully presenting and critiquing expert evidence, analysing significant volumes of evidential data and supporting material, and generally managing case papers to ensure that our clients always receive the very best and most effective advice and representation. We are well known for our skill in handling such complex supporting evidence, including the analysis of laptop, tablet and mobile phone data and financial records.

Our drugs offences expertise includes cases involving:

• Possession of drugs
• Possession with intent to supply
• Cultivation and production of illegal drugs
• Manufacture or supply of a controlled substance
• Importation of drugs
• Conspiracy to supply
• Classification of drugs

3PB are routinely defending clients accused of drugs offences and will work tirelessly to secure the best outcome for your case, ensuring you are properly advised and that you have the very best representation at every stage. Our specialist drugs barristers will carefully assess your situation and determine the best possible defence strategy. Our team will fearlessly represent you, understanding and unpicking the evidence and providing effective assistance for even the most challenging drug prosecutions.

For advice and representation in prosecting or defending any type of drug offence, please contact us on [email protected] or call us on 01962 868884 or 01202 292102.

It may be possible for you to instruct one of our barristers specialising in drugs cases directly. Email or call our specialist direct/public access clerk [email protected] to discuss your case and find out whether or not your case is suitable for the Direct Access Scheme.